English Riviera
Travel Guide
Visit English Riviera
Where to stay in English Riviera
Torquay City Centre
Torquay City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for is great bars, beautiful seaside views, and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Princess Theatre or Torquay Marina while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Babbacombe
Unique features of Babbacombe include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Torquay United FC or Plainmoor while you're exploring the area.
Roundham
If you're spending some time in Roundham, Paignton Beach and Fairy Cove are top sights worth seeing.
St. Michaels
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in St. Michaels and surrounding area, you can visit Paignton Zoo and Palace Theatre.
The Imperial Torquay
"The room was very spacious and clean. No fridge, fan or usb points. Lovely big balcony. Staff on reception desk were helpful. Drinks at the bar were expensive. Breakfast was ok, but the hot food was burnt and dried out by the time we got down there at 9.15 am, so we went down earlier the following ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
The Grand Hotel
"We would never recommend this hotel to anyone, especially if you have children. Everything about this hotel needs to be reviewed from health and safety to ensure guests are safe, we had broken kettle, broken hairdryer, fridge in the room not working and the list is endless. I was so disappointed ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Hotel Indigo Torquay by IHG
"Really good views and very nice staff. Hotel is slightly outside the centre of Torquay but is walkable in about 20 minutes. The restaurant was unfortunately very poor; our first evening we were unable to have our full meal due to “technical difficulties”. The second evening we waited 30 minutes to ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel
"Large apartment right next to the beach. Clean, spacious and everything we needed. Space for the children, room for a small dog. The kitchen had a fridge (no freezer) and there was tea, coffee etc left for us. Really lovely aparthotel and wouldn’t hesitate to visit again."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Astor House
"Great apartment and the view is to die for , no problem at all with the flat apart from one issue which is the front door to the apartment has no luck. It doesn’t work. The chub doesn’t fit in the key so you can’t lock yourself in, I was staying on my own so this was a problem for me also on the ..."
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
The Osborne Apartments
"The property was very clean and organized. Beds were comfortable and the amenities were great. Quiet area and very relaxing atmosphere. We felt at home during our stay. Highly recommend!”"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Popular places to visit
Blackpool Sands
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Blackpool Sands might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Princess Theatre
See a stand-up show, musical or other live production at this much-loved coastal theater, located close to many of Torquay’s most popular attractions.
Brixham Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Brixham with a trip to Brixham Harbour. Stroll along this relaxing area's waterfront, or simply enjoy its bars.
Cockington Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Cockington Country Park, a lovely green space in Torquay. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Babbacombe Beach
This unspoiled cove was once the home of fishermen and smugglers. Now it’s a popular beach on the English Riviera coastline.
Paignton Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Paignton Beach during your travels in Paignton? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
